Chamber Contracts with Triathlon Coordinators

The Coeur d'Alene Chamber is happy to announce that Michelle Haustein has been hired as the Ironman Volunteer Director and Coeur d'Alene Triathlon Volunteer Coordinator. Anyone interested in volunteering for either race can contact Michelle at (208) 415-0106 or michelle@cdachamber.com. Also, be sure to check out the Ironman website at www.ironmancda.com. Mac Cavasar has also been hired as the Coeur d'Alene Triathlon Race Director. Watch for updates on the Coeur d'Alene Triathlon at www.cdatriathlon.com.

Friday Registration Deadline for Chamber Days in Boise

Join us January 27-29th in Boise for the Coeur d'Alene Chamber of Commerce's Chamber Days at the Legislature, held in conjunction with the Idaho Chamber Alliance. Chamber days is a great opportunity for members to engage in important legislative issues first hand by meeting with legislators and leadership representing the interests of North Idaho. The registration deadline is January 18th. Registration expenses do NOT include travel and lodging expense. For additional information, contact Lucas at 415-0109.

Ribbon Cutting at Story Book Bridal Boutique

The Membership Outreach Committee and Commodores celebrate with Story Book Bridal Boutique at a ribbon cutting ceremony. The store is located in the Plaza Shops at 210 Sherman Ave., Suite 111.
Congratulations and Welcome to the Chamber!

Coeur d'Alene featured in "Where to Retire" Magazine

Where To Retire magazine, the only magazine in America geared to helping people with retirement relocation decisions, has selected Coeur d'Alene to profile as a top retirement town in the January/February issue, which hit newsstands and bookstores nationwide in December 2007. "Coeur d'Alene has quickly become a great place for retirees," editor Mary Lu Abbott stated. Find Where To Retire at various newsstands and at Barnes & Noble Bookstores.

January's Chamber Award Winners

At our monthly Upbeat Breakfast, Anne Hagman presented the Service Excellence award to Lake Coeur d'Alene Cruises for their great service during the holiday season. Jody Azevedo presented Tom Addis Dodge with the A+ Education Award for their dedication to our community's education. Thank you and congratulations to both of these businesses. To nominate a business for the Service Excellence award, please email Toni Sayler.

Three CVB Members Receive Honors

The Coeur d'Alene Visitors Bureau has announced three honors received by CVB members. We would like to congratulate the following:

American Country Bed & Breakfast - "Best of the West" Award by Best of BedandBreakfast.com

ROW Adventures - Ranked by National Geographic as "One of the Best Local Adventure Outfitters in the World"

Holiday Inn Express - Coeur d'Alene - "2007 Priority Club Rewards Members' Choice" Award

Congratulations to these businesses and Thank You for supporting your Chamber.

Tuesday's Upbeat Breakfast

Don't miss Upbeat Breakfast on Tuesday (January 8th) as Commissioner Rick Currie delivers the "State of the County". This month's breakfast will be sponsored by Pinewood Care Center. Trade tables will be available at 7:00 a.m. and the breakfast program will begin at 7:20 a.m. Tickets are $10 at the door. Upbeat Breakfast is one of the many programs the Chamber provides as a wonderful networking tool for your business. Don't miss out!

Chamber President Appointed to NIC Strategic Plan Steering Committee

Jonathan Coe, President of the Coeur d'Alene Chamber, has been appointed to the North Idaho College Strategic Plan Steering Committee and will be joining NIC staff and other community leaders in an effort to plan North Idaho College's direction for the next five years. The Strategic Plan Steering Committee will be studying NIC's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in order to outline specific and measurable goals for the future.

Susan G. Komen Board Position Available

The Coeur d'Alene Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure Board of Directors are seeking applications for the Grants Chair position. The Komen Coeur d'Alene is an all volunteer board dedicated to the fight against breast cancer by meeting the breast health needs in the five northern counties of Idaho. For more information and a Board Application, visit our Web site at www.komencda.org

Coffee and Contacts Kicks of the New Year

Speed Networking is a timed event specifically designed to maximize the number of contacts you make. Come early to ensure you experience the unique Coffee & Contacts format, January 3rd at the Coeur d’Alene Resort. Doors open at 7:00 a.m. and we begin promptly at 7:30 a.m.. Please note, no entry allowed after 7:30 a.m. and we ask for only 1-2 representatives from each company. Cost is $6.00 for Coeur d’Alene Chamber Members, $10.00 for non-members, includes a continental breakfast and coffee. To ensure availability, RSVP to Marilee at the Chamber office 415-0111 or e-mail marilee@cdachamber.com.